Tohoku University

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Tohoku University is a public research university based in Sendai, Japan, founded in 1907. It is known for strengths in chemistry, chemical engineering, and materials science, spanning fundamental and applied work in catalysis, polymer chemistry, inorganic and organic synthesis, electrochemistry, nanomaterials, and process systems engineering. The university hosts major research organizations such as the Advanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR) and the Institute of Multidisciplinary Research for Advanced Materials (IMRAM).

Tohoku University collaborates widely with industry and national laboratories, contributing to advances relevant to the chemical and materials industries, including energy storage and battery materials, catalytic processes, semiconductor and magnetic materials, corrosion science, environmental technologies, and sustainable manufacturing. It provides extensive analytical and characterization facilities and supports technology transfer and startup activity. Alumni and researchers from Tohoku University play active roles across Japan’s chemical and materials sectors.

Latest news on Tohoku University

24 August 2026
AGC and Neusignal Therapeutics partner on Alzheimer candidate NTX-083

End-to-end CDMO support for NTX-083 completed — manufacturing process established and IND CMC documentation prepared ahead of planned US clinical trials in 2026.

14 January 2026
UBE and Tohoku University Launch Co-creation Research Institute

The new institute will focus on developing innovative materials and technologies in life sciences, environment, energy, and electronics, while fostering next-generation talent.